Watch out for companies that make generous scholarship promises, charge you money to apply for and/or receive a scholarship, ask you to send money first, require you send a seminar or request your credit card/bank account number.

Do your own research before spending money!

Most scholarship information is available for free. Check your school website, the internet or your local library. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Beware of companies that guarantee a scholarship. Scholarships should come with a disclaimer, not a guarantee

Never give your credit card information, bank account information or Social Security number to hold a scholarship or grant.

Apply for as many scholarships as you can. There is no limit to how many you may receive.

2019-20 Scholarship Information

California Chafee Grant

Free Money for Foster Youth for career or technical training or college. How to Apply? You must submit your FAFSA and the California Chafee Grant Program Application available online. Apply to Chaffee Grant

AB 131 allows students who meet AB 540 criteria to apply for and receive state-funded financial aid such as institutional grants, community college fee waivers, Cal Grant and Chafee Grant.

Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA)

You MUST submit a FAFSA if you want to apply for federal and state financial aid. While you can submit the FAFSA after this deadline, you will no longer be eligible to receive Cal Grants for that academic year.

Many colleges and universities also require you submit a FAFSA BEFORE they will grant you any additional private aid, whether it be merit based or need based aid that you are requesting.. Therefore it is best to submit your FAFSA each year by March 2nd to ensure you are being offered the most aid available to you. Information and Apply for FAFSA

The association will award 510 scholarships in 2018 with a maximum amount of $25,000 (for the National Scholarship) and $10,000 (for the State Scholarship) awarded to each student. Horatio Algers National & State Scholarships

KidGuard for Education Scholarship Deadline October 31, 2019

The KidGuard for Education Scholarship is part of our effort to bring awareness and inspire solutions on issues such as cyberbullying, online predators, teen suicide and childhood depression in the age of technology.ELIGIBILITY: All grades 9 - 12 High School Students. To apply, fill out our short form here: KidGuard for Education Scholarship ApplicationKidGuard Info

SELECTION PROCESS: We will be selecting a pool of finalists based on the quality of their essay/video. As mentioned, we are looking for essays/videos that are well thought out with proper research and evidence to support their statement. Out of the selected finalists, winners will be selected and contacted shortly thereafter.

Coca Cola Scholarship Deadline October 31, 2019 5:00 pm Eastern

The Coca Cola Scholarship Program is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Coca Cola Scholarship

The NSA offers up to $30,000 per year paid tuition, year round salary, and work experience for seniors, particularly minority students, planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens, be a high school senior at the time of application, minimum SAT score of 1600 or minimum ACT score of 25. Must be planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering. A 3.0 GPA or above is preferred. National Security Agency Stokes Educational Scholarship Program

P.E.O Star Scholarship Deadline November 1, 2019

A woman is eligible to be recommended for the P.E.O. STAR Scholarship provided she:

Exhibits excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for future success

Has a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Is in the final academic year (senior year) of her secondary education and is 20 years of age or under at the end of the calendar year

Is a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada

Plans to attend an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the United States or Canada, full-time or part-time, in the fall of the academic year following high school graduation

WTS awards the Transportation YOU Scholarship to girls pursuing high school studies in science, technology, engineering and math to foster the development of women and girls in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals and students to undertake careers in the area of transportation. The Transportation YOU High School Scholarship is in the amount of $1,000. WTS Transportation YOU ScholarshipEmail Marcella Rensi

Sixt rent a car has established a scholarship program to assist high school students who plan to continue their education in college. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student’s choice. Eligibility requirement is having a minimum grade point average of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent). This is a $5000 scholarship (five scholarships are awarded every year). Sixt Scholars Program

The Brockman Scholarship is a merit-based full scholarship that covers five years of study on the College Station campus of Texas A&M University.

The scholarship supports four years of undergraduate studies in an approved program of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), as well as the one-year MS Business graduate degree program at Texas A&M’s Mays Business School. Brockman Schlolars Program - Texas A&M

Comcast Leaders & Achievers Scholarship Program December 7, 2018

Eligibility - Applicants to the Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program must:

Have a demonstrated commitment to community service, outstanding qualities in character, integrity and leadership

Be enrolled as a high school senior

Reside in a community served by Comcast and/or in one of the following NBC or Telemundo markets: Boston, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, El Paso, Los Angeles, McAllen (TX.), New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio, San Diego, and Washington, D.C.

Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical college in the United States for the entire 2019-2020 academic year

Interested in architecture, construction or engineering? Ace Mentor program provides scholarships and internships for students. Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Students are encouraged to participate for all three years of high school for maximum benefit. Students participate in a 12 week program after school. There is no cost for to participate. Ace Mentoring Program

Foot Locker Scholar AthletesDeadline December 16th 5:00 pm EST

Foot Locker wants to celebrate YOU, not just because you scored the game-winning point, but because sports have helped you grow into a strong leader at school and in your community. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award Deadline December 18, 2017

Non-renewable scholarships to recognize young people who demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and initiative. Scholarships valued between $2,000-$15,000. Open to any high school senor who owns and operates his/her own small business. Students must be entering their freshman year at an accredited two or four-year university, college or vocational/technical institute during the Fall 2016. NFIB Young Entrepreneur

Snaps for College Cash Deadline December 30, 2018

Win a $5,000 scholarship. Snap a selfie and upload your image using the photo frame provided on the i can afford college website. Hashtag and share! Plus weekly prizes!

The ACT College and Career Readiness Student Champion Deadline December 31, 2018

This tenacious and persistent, no matter the challenge, and is prepared for life after high school with a goal in mind and a plan in place.

A student who has overcome challenges and can articulate education and career actions

Students must have a composite ACT score of a 22 on a single test date or a 3.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale

Preference will be given to underrepresented or first-generation college students.

The Wesleyan University Hamilton Prize for Creativity is a four-year full-tuition scholarship to be awarded to the incoming student, beginning with Wesleyan’s Class of 2021, whose work of creative written expression is judged to best reflect the originality, artistry, and dynamism embodied in Broadway’s Hamilton. Details: Hamilton Prize for Creativity

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program Deadline: January 4, 2019

To be eligible for this award, applicants must:

demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;

be current high school seniors attending high school in the United States (students living on U.S. Armed Forces base and homeschooled students are also eligible); and

plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year. GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

The awards celebrate Diller Tikkun Olam, or “repairing the world.” The Diller Family Foundation knows that supporting Jewish teen leadership today means creating and inspiring future generations of strong Jewish leaders in the global community. The Awards provide $36,000 for each recipient so that they may use it to further their project or education. Diller Tikkun Olam Award

Ron Brown Scholars ProgramDeadline January 9, 2019

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for the Ron Brown Scholar Program provided you meet the following requirements:

Must be Black/African American.

Must excel academically.

Must exhibit exceptional leadership potential.

Must participate in community service activities.

Demonstrate financial need.

Be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.

Be a current high school senior at the time of your application. NOTE: Current college students are not eligible to apply.

Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census

Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply

Be enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2018. Please read the scholarships by supporter details below for specific eligibility requirements regarding the academic standing required for each scholarship.

Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED

Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year John F. Kennedy was born. Include an analysis of the obstacles, risks, and consequences associated with the act. The essay may concern an issue at the local, state, national, or international level

The League of Women Voters & College of Alameda have partnered together for a scholarship. This is a Speech Tournament.

Winner will receive a $1000 scholarship and the runner-up will get $500.

The topic this year: “What would motivate young voters to vote?” Students can choose their position on the topic and the issues and considerations they believe are central to encouraging more young people to vote.

This is essentially a speech tournament – students need to take a position on this topic and create a video of their speech for submission.

10 Speeches will be selected and invited to participate in a Speech Tournament on Friday, April 13, 2018.

Union Plus Scholarship Application Deadline: January 31, 2019

Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2018. Union Plus Scholarship

The Asian Pacific Islanders for Professional and Community Advancement (APCA), a non-profit Employee Resource Group of AT&T, is seeking qualified applicants for its 2017 Scholarship Program. The scholarship program is open to all graduating high school seniors of any ethnical or cultural background with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale. They must be United States citizens or permanent residents of the United States. APCA makes a difference in our community by supporting graduating high school seniors with their college education through our scholarship awards. APCA awards national scholarships to students residing in any state with a local APCA chapter. All students who apply will be considered for the national scholarships awards. Students who are not awarded national scholarships will be considered for state scholarships as supported by local APCA chapters. InspireASIAN Scholarhips

California State PTA Deadline February 1

$750 scholarship to recognize volunteer service by high school seniors in a school and in a community. This scholarship program provides funds to register for courses at accredited colleges, universities, trade or technical schools. To apply, California State PTA

Is proud to announce their 27th annual scholarship program. For 2016 they are awarding $6,000 scholarships to graduating high school, community college, nursing and medical students in northern and central California. This award will recognize service to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender and queer community. To apply or for more information, eQuality Scholarship Collaborative

The CTA Scholarship for Dependent Children offers a maximum of 35 scholarships up to $5,000 each. The highest scoring applicant is awarded the Memorial Scholarship in Honor of Ralph J. Flynn.
The CTA Scholarship in Honor of Del A. Weber offers one scholarship of $5,000 to a dependent child of an active member of CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired or deceased CTA member who is attending or attended a continuation high school or an alternative education program.

The CTA Scholarship for Members offers a maximum of five scholarships of up to $3,000 each. The highest scoring applicant is awarded the American Indian/Alaska Native Memorial Scholarship in Honor of Alice Piper.
The Student CTA (SCTA) Scholarship in Honor of L. Gordon Bittle offers a maximum of three scholarships of up to $5,000 each. The highest scoring applicant is awarded the Pacific Asian American Scholarship in Honor of Philip Vera Cruz.

Jackie Robinson Foundation ScholarshipDeadline February 1, 2019

The JRF scholarship is the vehicle through which more than 3,000 talented young minority high school students apply to become JRF Scholars and carry on the civic-minded legacy of the Foundation’s namesake, Jackie Robinson. Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

Hispanic Community Affairs Council ScholarshipDeadline February 2, 2019

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Of Hispanic heritage as defined by the U.S. Department of Education;

A graduating senior, past-year GED recipient, community college student, transferring community college student, student attending a four-year institution, or a student accepted into a post-graduate program or teacher credential program;

A resident of Alameda County. Applicant must show proof of Alameda County residence (e.g., Alameda County address on application, Alameda County address on IRS 1040 tax forms);

Plan to attend an accredited community college, university or approved technical or vocational school;

Community college and university scholarship recipients must be taking in at least six units/credits.

As PG&E employees actively engage in the communities in which they work and live, many do so through our various Employee Resource Groups. These groups not only help bring our employees together, but provide an essential bridge of communication to our customers, regardless of culture, age, gender or other defining elements. As part of the support these groups provide to the communities we serve, ERGs offer scholarship opportunities for those pursuing higher education. For more information, PG&E Employee Resource Group

Kaiser Permanente Asian Association Deadline February 6, 2019

KPAA awards seven $3,500 scholarships that recognizes students who have brought demonstrable, tangible benefit to an Asian community and have potential to be future leaders. Some eligibility requirement include being a high school student graduating in Spring 2016 and planning to attend an accredited two or four year institution. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. For application and more information, Kaiser Permanente Asian Association

Bay Area All Star Scholarship Team Deadline February 10, 2019

The Bay Area All-Star Scholarships will be awarded to seven outstanding and well-rounded students residing within the Bay Area’s nine counties. All public high schools within these counties are encouraged to nominate two male and two female students for this prestigious college award. Each award recipient will receive a scholarship in the amount of $5,000 and will be recognized at team ceremonies.

A teacher, coach or school administrator must nominate all scholarship candidates. To nominate a student(s), the school official must write a letter of recommendation describing the unique qualities, achievements and circumstances that make the student(s) an exceptional scholarship nominee.

Student applicants must meet the following criteria for nomination:

Be a college-bound senior currently attending a Bay Area public high school

Be a legal resident

Display leadership qualities in and out of the classroom

Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 from sophomore to senior year of high school

Demonstrate the value of education, good work ethic and community outreach

CIF/Farmer's Insurance Scholar-Athlete of the Year Deadline February 11, 2019

College-bound high school seniors whose academic and athletic careers have been truly exemplary and whose personal standards (i.e., integrity, honesty, etc.) and accomplishments are a positive model for others. CIF/Farmer's Insurance Scholar-Athlete of the Year

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship

Deadline February 15, 2019

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is pleased to offer the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship. Scholarship awards to deserving college-bound students will be a $5,000 scholarship to the winner; and $2,500 and $1,000 scholarships to the first and second runner-up, respectively. Additionally, ten $500 scholarships will be awarded for Honorable Mention. Alzeimer's Foundation

Van Sickle Scholarship Deadline February 16, 2019

$5,000 college scholarship for seniors with excellent scholastic, leadership and personal qualities. Need based. Applications available in the College and Career Center. Application is available in the scholarship binder in the College & Career Center or View scholarship online

Military Commanders' Scholarship Fund Deadline February 16, 2019

Applicants to the Military Commanders' Scholarship Fund must:

be dependent children of active duty, reserve, National Guard or retired members of the United States military who hold valid Exchange & Commissary shopping privileges at the time of application,

be high school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll for the first time in a full time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, and

have a minimum cumulative 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent, at the time of application.

To qualify, youth must be enrolled as a full-time senior in a Northern California high school, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have been accepted at a four-year college/university. All applicants must prove financial need and merit. Scholarship application process begins in January/February each year. Application - please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today. Youth on the Course

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship Deadline February 20, 2019

Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle. Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

Live Más Scholarship Deadline February 21, 2019

This scholarship is for the innovators, creators and dreamers who want to share his/her passion and receive support to pursue this passion through a higher educational outlet. This is not needs or obstacle based; it is a passion based scholarship program. Create and submit a video (2 minutes or less in length) that tells us the story of your life’s passion. Live Mas Schalarship

Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship ProgramsDeadline February 26 2019

The ASF administers 12 scholarship programs each with unique eligibility criteria. Scholarship amounts range from $1000 to $20000 and many are renewable. You must be an incoming or current college student of any ethnic background. Must plan to enroll full time in the fall, have at least a 3.0 GPA and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. For more information Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship Programs

Chinese American Citizens Alliance Deadline postmarked by February 27, 2017

Oakland Lodge

The National Lodge of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance is sponsoring an essay contest to provide a forum for expression by the youth who will be the future leaders. The Oakland Lodge is one of the locations where students may come to participate in the essay contest on Saturday, March 4, 2017. For more information, Chinese American Citizens Alliance

Louie Family Foundation ScholarshipDeadline February 28, 2019

The Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation is pleased to invite your qualified seniors to apply for our 2017 scholarship program. This is our tenth year of administering the scholarship program, and we have awarded approximately $1 million in scholarship funds. There is no fee to apply. To apply, Louie Family Foundation Scholarship

Karen Ha Scholarship Deadline March 1, 2019

Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco has launched the Karen Ha Scholarship Program, a need based scholarship program to support college education for Korean American students. Karen Ha Scholarship

Applicant demonstrates financial need for college tuition and related expenses.

Applicant is a U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent.

Applicant has a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Applicant will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the academic year 2018-19.

Celebration of Excellence Scholarship Deadline March 1, 2019

All scholarship applications are to be submitted online at oaklandbayarealinks.org and submitted no later than Friday, March 1, 2019. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 is required for consideration. We encourage you to apply early!

Applications are considered complete with the following items:

Application form signed and dated; must be legible, print or typed preferred

Most recent official school transcript

Two (2) teacher/school administrator letters of reference

All applicable attachments

Photo of applicant (color preferred)

Submitted no later than Friday, March 1, 2019 at 11:59 pm

Send an email with your first and last name and school in the subject line to oaklandbayarealinkscoe@gmail.com to confirm your email address (we will use email as our primary form of communication and contact). If this form is incomplete, inaccurate, or not signed, it will not be considered.

All awardees must attend the Celebration of Excellence event on Sunday, April 28, 2019. If you cannot attend, a family member must do so for you or your award will be forfeited.

Three winners will receive one $1,000 scholarship for student art, essay and video contest about the 2018 theme. This year, the APF theme is "My Hope for the Future". For more information or to apply, Asian Pacific Fund

Eligibility includes Asian-American students from High School thru College or in a certified apprenticeship program, pursuing a career in engineering, architecture or one of its related fields or in the building trades, ACP is offering a scholarship to a student or trainee in one of those fields. Asian Commercial Professional (ACP)

Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship Deadline March 12, 2019

Applicants must:

Be U.S. citizens

Be high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.5, or college freshmen or sophomores with a minimum GPA of 3.0

Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the upcoming academic year

Be majoring or planning to major in one of many specified eligible STEM programs

Demonstrate financial need

Be willing to consider a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following their freshman, sophomore or junior year of college (note: the internship is not required to receive a scholarship)

Applicant must be graduating senior of Japanese American descent with a GPA of 2.5. Applicant should be actively involved in their local community. Two (2) winners will receive $2,000 cash, participate in various Cherry Blossom Festival activities. Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival

For more information call Steven Hirabayashi, 510-471-7324 or via email at yshiraba@gmail.com

CA-HI Elks: Undergrad Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities

Submission Deadline March 15, 2019

This scholarship program is a financial needs-based and academic-use scholarship. It is intended for undergraduate work at an accredited community college, four-year college, university, or licensed vocational school. The funds cover academic expenses only, which includes tuition, books, lab fees, and on-campus room and board. CA-HI Elks

Soledad Fernandez ScholarshipDeadline March 15, 2018

Scholarship for seniors of Filipino descent (full -50%). Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Reside in the Bay Area for high school. Soledad Fernandez Scholarship

State Council Cabrillo Civic Clubs of CA, Inc. Deadline March 15, 2019

Scholarship for seniors of Portuguese descent. Applicants must maintain a 3.50 total weighted GPA.

Scholarships up to $20,000 over four years will be awarded to full-time students who have been accepted to an accredited four-year college, university, or equivalent (culinary school, for example). Applicants can be current high school seniors entering college in the fall or students currently attending a college or university. Beyond the Boroughs

Scholarship Application Requirements:

Acceptance to an accredited four-year college, university, or equivalent

Low income household

G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher

Involvement in an extra-curricular activity or work

Completion of full application including a completed Student Aid Report from the FAFSA or the CSS Profile

Italian Catholic Federation Deadline March 15, 2019

To apply, students must achieve a total cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 and meet one of the following:

Are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent or Are Roman Catholic but need not be of Italian Descent or live where Branches of the Federation are established if either Roman Catholic parent, guardian or grandparent is a member of the "Italian Catholic Federation."

First year scholarships in the amount of $400 will be awarded to approximately 200 applicants. First year scholarship winners are eligible for second, third, and fourth year awards of $500, $600, and $1,000 respectively. For more information, Italian Catholic Federation

Bio Rad Scholarship Deadline March 16, 2019

$1,000 college scholarship for seniors who have an interest in the Science field. For more and to apply Bio Rad Scholarship

CalRTA is reward a minimum of $1500 to students based on financial need, application to a college or university, participation in school and community, academic achievement, commitment to becoming a teacher. If you are interested in applying, check the scholarship binder in the College & Career Center.

2018 Lewis Howard Latimer ScholarshipDeadline March 19, 2018

We are pleased to award the annual Lewis Howard Latimer scholarship to qualified African American high school seniors living in the greater San Francisco Bay Area in recognition of academic and civic achievement during the student’s high school years. Our scholarship is named in the honor of Lewis Howard Latimer, who was an African American inventor and draftsman. His blueprints were used as the basis for a court decision for patents to Alexander Graham Bell for the telephone. This is a one-year non-renewable award ranging from $800 - $2,000. Multiple scholarships will be awarded. 2018 Lewis Howard Latimer Scholarship

Robert L. Lippert Foundation Deadline March 22, 2019

Applications are due in AHS College & Career Center on March 22nd. We are looking for the opportunity to assist those deserving students who might not otherwise qualify for assistance, which means we’re not necessarily looking at the top three students in the class; although, we wish a well rounded student who not only exemplifies a high level of scholarship, but also leadership and participation in extra-curricular activities. Robert L. Lippert Foundation Scholarship

Society of Women Engineers - Golden Gate Section High School Scholarship Program

Deadline - Not offering a scholarship for 2019

Awards more than $10,000 each year to young Bay Area women graduating from high school and going on to pursue degrees in engineering and other related degrees. Our section has one of the top SWE scholarship programs in the nation, awarding more than $10,000 each year to local students. For more information and to apply Society of Women Engineers

CIF North Coast Section Foundation scholarshipDeadline March 25, 2019

To recognize and reward student athletes who balance academic achievement, athletic participation and service to community. SCHOLARSHIPS: A total of at least eight $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to four female and four male student athletes.

This scholarship will be awarded to deserving students graduating from high school in June 2016 with a "C" average or above, and living in a single parent home. The student must be continuing at a 4 year university, a 2 year community college, trade school, or academy. Scholarships will range from $500 to $1,000. check locker to the left orSano O Bar Club

CAA/ESA Youth Scholarship ProgramDeadline: March 30, 2018

Your Parent must be a full-time active member of the police or sheriff's department or fire department. If you are interested in applying, check the scholarship binder in the College & Career Center.

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. is a predominantly African-American Fraternity founded in 1911 on the campus of Indiana University. For several decades Kappa Alpha Psi has sponsored a scholarship program for high school seniors in an effort to increase the number of African Americans attending college throughout the United States. Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship

Eligibility to be eligible for the Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship contest:

Applicant must be a graduating High School Senior

African-American, Hispanic, and Asian (male or female) are highly encouraged to apply

Must enroll at a four year College/University in the Fall of 2018. (Proof required upon acceptance)

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Applicant must have a 3.0 or higher GPA

Live in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Marin, or San Francisco Counties

Applicants must be a graduating senior of Asian Descent, currently attending a high school in Alameda or Contra Costa County and will be attending college in the Fall 2018. Award recipients MUST attend the Wa Sung Merit Awards ceremony. Wa Sung Community Service Club

Toyota/Steve Young Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Deadline April 5, 2019

This $2,500 scholarship is awarded annually to one male and one female college-bound high school senior ($2,500 each), whose academic and athletic careers have been exemplary and whose personal standards and accomplishments are a positive model for others. Toyota/Steve Young Scholar-Athlete Scholarship

Kiwanis Club of AlamedaDeadline April 6, 2019

A candidate for any of the Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships must meet the following criteria: 1. Resident of the City of Alameda 2. 2016 graduate of any high school in the City of Alameda 3. Must have applied to an accredited trade/technical school, college or university, and have demonstrated scholastic ability by submitting SAT (or ACT) scores, transcript of high school and any college courses taken. 4. Demonstrates a financial need by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with US Department of Education (a copy of the Student Aid Report is required with the application documents). 5. Shows evidence of character, integrity and leadership through participation in extra curricular, civic or community activities. To apply, go toKiwanis Club of Alameda.

Three $2,000 scholarships for graduating seniors involved in the Filipino community and accepted into a four-year university will be awarded. For more information, go to: Young Filipino professional Association.

CSEA Scholarship Deadline April 19, 2019

$1,000 college scholarship for seniors who are dependents of CSEA members. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, citizenship (including character, leadership, and service), and financial need. CSEA Scholarship

Bay Area Taiwanese American Community ScholarshipDeadline April 24, 2017

$500 awarded to outstanding SF Bay Area high school students who demonstrate leadership potential and involvement in the Taiwanese American community. The scholarship supports and enables outstanding student leaders to continue their community impact while pursuing their higher education. Recipients of this scholarship will be recognized at the annual San Francisco Taiwanese American Cultural Festival. To apply, Bay Area Taiwaness American Community Scholarship.

Alpha Nu Omega Chapter ScholarshipDeadline: April 26, 2019

Each year Alpha Nu Omega Chapter, awards scholarships to high school and college students for the upcoming academic year. Each scholarship description provides specific information regarding the donor, the amount of the scholarship, and specific criteria for eligibility. For more information Alpha Nu Omega Chapter Scholarship

Rotary Club of Alameda Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

The Rotary Club of Alameda Scholarship Committee will select the 2019 scholarship winners based on the following criteria:

Academic Achievement

Community Service Involvement

Extra-curricular Activities Participation

Financial Need

Quality of Interview

The attached electronic application form should be completed, signed and submitted electronically with all additional requirements in a folder clearly marked with your name. Send the electronic file to Les Hilger at leshilger@gmail.com no later than Friday, April 26. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.The application is available in the Locker or Rotary Club of Alameda Scholarship.

Scholarships for Alameda High Students Only: 1-10

All AHS Scholarship applications need to be turned into Ms. Gwen in the CCC.

1 ) Alice B. Hansen Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

Ten $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors from Alameda High School who are pursuing higher education at an accredited 2 or 4-year institution and demonstrate financial need. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today!Alice B. Hansen

2) Margaret McElhinnie Rotanzi Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

One $4000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of Alameda High School who has a minimum GPA of 2.8, Lives in the city of Alameda and is pursing higher education in an accredited 2 or 4- year institution.

$500 awarded to the most deserving student Journalism student from AHS . Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Journalism Scholarship

4) Beatrice B. Barrett ScholarshipDeadline April 26, 2019

$1000 awarded to senior who is accepted/enrolled in a 2 or 4 year college and has an intent to pursue any science discipline. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today!

$500 awarded to senior headed towards 4 year or 2 year college who is well- rounded, deserving, versatile, would benefit, good grades not required, citizenship considered, cannot receive more than (2) scholarships in one school year. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Cox Hollywood Scholarship

6) Marlene and Steve Kofman Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

$3000 awarded to a senior attending a 4 year college or technical arts school intent/interest in arts/min. 3.0 GPA/ Alameda resident/full-time student/need-based. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Marlene and Steve Kofman

7) Paul Hardy Parker Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

$5000 awarded to senior pursuing a career in education. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Paul Hardy Parker Scholarship

8) Sally Gallagher Scholarship Deadline April 26, 2019

$1000 awarded to senior pursuing a career in education. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Sally Gallagher Scholarship

9) Steven Sizer ScholarshipDeadline April 26, 2019

The purpose of the Steve Sizer Scholarship is to recognize the most deserving science student with $1000 scholarship. Please check locker to the left or stop by the college and career center today! Steven Sizer Scholarship

DOP Scholarship Deadline April 30, 2019

The Daughters of Penelope, Echo Chapter #4, is now accepting applications for their DOP Scholarship for 2018. Two (2) recipients will be chosen to receive a $1,000 scholarship each. DOP Scholarship

Eligibility:

Be a female, seventeen (17) years of age or older at the time of application.

Be a legal resident of Alameda or Contra Costa Counties, California.

Plan to attend an accredited college or university in California beginning in the Fall of 2018.

Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. (Please include a copy of your transcripts.)

Originally, two Robert T. Nahas scholarships were awarded. In 1983, Nahas funded two additional scholarship awards. Each of the four awards are $5,000 for four years for total of $20,000. They are presented to two male and two female native born graduating students who have been accepted by an accredited four-year college or university. Criteria include a 3.0 minimum grade point average, a record of community service and participation in the school’s competitive sports program. Robeert T. Nahas Scholarship

George P. Scotlan Scholarship Deadline April 30, 2019

Two Scotlan Scholarships are awarded, one to a male and one to a female, native born graduating student of an Alameda County high school. The awardees each receive $5,000 for four years for total of $20,000. Criteria for the Scotlan Scholarship include a 3.0 minimum grade point average, a record of community service and a demonstration of financial need. George P. Scotlan Scholarship

Morgan Family ScholarshipDeadline April 30, 2019

Two Morgan Family Scholarships are awarded, one to a male, one to a female, native born graduating student of an Alameda County high school. The awardees each receive $5,000 for four years for a total of $20,000. Criteria for the Morgan Family Scholarship include a 3.0 minimum grade point average, a record of community service and a demonstration of financial need. Morgan Family Scholarship

Ann and Jon Reynolds Scholarship Deadline April 30, 2019

Two Reynolds Scholarships are awarded, one to a male, one to a female, native born graduating student of an Alameda County high school. The awardees each receive $5,000 for four years for total of $20,000. Criteria for the Reynolds Scholarship include a 3.0 minimum grade point average, a record of community service and a demonstration of financial need. Ann and Jon Reynolds Scholarship

The Philanthropic Committee of the Alameda Contra Costa Links is pleased to present the following scholarship opportunities for high school seniors and college students: Ann C. Cato Scholarship, HBCU Scholarship , and STEAM Scholarship. Application Link

Chinese Acacia Club ScholarshipDeadline May 1, 2019

This scholarship will be awarded to deserving students graduating from high school in June 2018.

Kaiser Permanente African American Professional Association ScholarshipDeadline May 1, 2018

Applications are being accepted online at aim.applyists.net/KPAAPAssociation Winners will be notified in June 2018. Scholarship funds will be distributed in August 2018. The funds will be made payable to the college, university, trade, or technical school the winners will attend in the fall.

Alameda Chinese Club Deadline May 3, 2019

Eligible students of Chinese heritage who are graduating from a public high school in Alameda are invited to apply. One parent of the student must be of Chinese descent. Turn in the completed application to Ms. Gwen on May 4th. Alameda Chinese Club

Bay East Foundation ScholarshipDeadline May 5, 2019

This award is $1,000 and for this award your primary residence in East Bay, attend an accredited 2yr or 4yr university and have a 3.5 or higher. For additional information or to download an applicationBay East Association of Realtors

AEA Alameda EducationAssociation Scholarship Deadline May 10, 2019

AEA is looking for deserving students who might not otherwise be recognized if the sole criteria were GPA alone. The AEA has decided to award the scholarships on the basis of the following criteria:

A minimum GPA of 3.0 during the junior year and first semester of senior year.

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Oakland/Bay Area Chapter (OBAC) Young Black Women Scholars Program 2019 NCBW Young Women Scholars Applicationoffers scholarships to women students in Bay Area schools who are bound for a four-year university, JC/community college or trade school. The program also accepts applications from undergraduate and graduate students who have attended high school in the Bay Area.

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Deadline May 15, 2018

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship is for graduating African American males attending a college or university in the Fall of 2018. This scholarship seeks to help alleviate the financial burdens that contribute to disproportionately low rates of college attendance for black men. Students with strong academic merit, leadership abilities, and service¬-oriented mindsets are highly encouraged to apply. MLK Jr. Scholarship

This scholarship program is open to graduating high school students of Chinese ancestry who are attending high school in Alameda County and will be attending a 2-yr or 4yr college starting Fall 2016. Scholarship will be awarded to winners at the Scholarship Banquet in June. Chinese American Citizens Alliance Application

AEG Oakland Community Scholarship Deadline May 17, 2019

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to economically disadvantaged students matriculating into a 4-year college or university for the 2017-18 academic year.

Japanese Chamber of Commerce of NorCADeadline Received by May 25, 2019

The JCCNC is offering Two eligible Bay Area/Northern California students will each be awarded $3,000 from the JCCNC Scholarship program. Eligibility Requirements: 1) US citizen with a Japanese ancestry/legal Japanese residents of the United States 2) Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale. 3) Will enter an accredited college or university as a full-time, degree-seeking freshman in the fall of 2018. 4) Have demonstrated academic interests in the study of fields of US Japan relations. Japanese Chamber of Commerce of NorAC Application

Scholarship Navy Wives Clubs of America Deadline May 30, 2016

The NWCA, INC annually awards 30 scholarships each in the amount of $1,000 to $1,500. To be eligible, an applicant must be a dependent child (natural born, legally adopted or stepchild) of an active duty, retired with pay or deceased ENLISTED member of the US Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard. For more information and to get the application Scholarship Navy Wives Clubs of America.

P.E.O JA Memorial Scholarship Deadline May 31, 2019

P.E.O. is a philanthropic women's organization whose mission is to support continuing education for women. Chapter JA of P.E.O. in Berkeley is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a qualified high school senior who will be attending an accredited college or university in California beginning in the Fall of 2019. P.E.O JA Memorial Scholarship

Google Scholarships - for those of you are planning on studying Computer Science in college. You will be applying as an undergrad.

Oscar Grant Foundation Scholarship Deadline June 7, 2019

Eligibility: Academics: 2.5 or higher Grade Point Average (GPA) Territory: You must be a resident of Alameda and Contra Costa County high school ONLY.Status: High School Senior Entering 4 year college institution. For more informationOscar Grant Foundation Scholarship

Margaret L. McQuinn Scholarship Deadline June 15, 2019

Miss McQuinn was an educator in the City of Alameda. She taught at Mastick, Longfellow and Chipman schools. This scholarship will primarily benefit Alameda students. There will be five scholarships for $5,000 to students entering a 4 yr college, and two scholarships for $1,500 awarded to students attending a 2 yr AA or CTE program. Awards will be granted based on - academic achievement, SAT/ACT, leadership, community service and financial need. Margaret L. McQuinn Scholarship Application

The Vipin Agrawal Memorial Scholarship Fund Deadline June 30, 2019

Provides two computer science scholarships each year to students from low-income and immigrant backgrounds. In order to create diversity in the industry and spark new innovations, it is important to platform diverse undergraduate students. Scholarship Link

VAMF awards scholarships to high school seniors who have the following qualifications:

Attending a California state university, either CSU and UC school systems, AND went to a California high school

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in computer science or related fields